first-ask
Ensures task clarity through iterative questioning, research, and structured planning before starting work.
Install
npx skills add https://github.com/github/awesome-copilot --skill first-askStats
| Total installs | 7,427 |
| Weekly installs | 7.4K |
| GitHub stars | 27.4K |
| First seen | Feb 25, 2026 |
| Source | @github/awesome-copilot |
Summary
- Uses the joyride_request_human_input tool to ask clarifying questions iteratively, ensuring full understanding of task requirements before proceeding
- Guides users through defining objectives, success criteria, technical requirements, and expected deliverables through structured dialogue
- Performs project exploration including web research when needed to build comprehensive task context
- Requires the Joyride extension to function; presents a clear plan and todo list once refinement is complete
Tags
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FAQ
- How many installs does first-ask have?
- first-ask has 7,427 total installs and 7.4K installs this week.
- Where is first-ask hosted?
- first-ask is published by @github/awesome-copilot at https://github.com/github/awesome-copilot.
- How many GitHub stars does first-ask have?
- first-ask has 27.4K GitHub stars.
- When was first-ask first indexed?
- OrangeBot.AI first indexed first-ask on Feb 25, 2026.
- How do I install first-ask?
- Run: npx skills add https://github.com/github/awesome-copilot --skill first-ask